| Lens | Early Models: 20mm f/1.6 Later models: 15mm f/1.3 Hi-Fi 20mm f/1.3 Hi-Fi (standard) 25mm f/1.3 Hi-Fi 33mm f/1.6 (available as an accessory) |
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| Running speed(s) | Variable, approx. 12-24 f.p.s. |
| Format(s) | Standard 8 |
| Reel Capacity | 400ft |
| Lamp | 110v 500w A1/7 (CZX) |
| Sound | Silent. A sound attachment was available for syncing the projector to a 1/4" tape player. |
| Power source | Mains. 110-120v, 50-60Hz (M8), 110-250v, 50-60Hz AC or DC (M8R) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 12″ x 6″ x 13″ |
| Year of production | 1949 – 1960 |
The Bolex M8 & M8R are both very well made projectors and are amongst the best Standard 8 projectors ever made. They do however use quite expensive lamps and make quite a bit of noise when running (sounds a little bit like a hair dryer).
The early Bolex M8s have a textured olive green finish, while later models have a smooth grey/silver finish. Some of the later models also have a stroboscope which allows you to set the running speed to exactly 18fps. On both the Bolex M8 & M8R if the projector is running too slowly the motor will stop and start every few seconds to warn you to increase the speed.
Bolex is still in business and I believe that they can still service these projectors.
